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Dealing with the Great Depression Lesson PlanDealing with the Great Depression Lesson Plan
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Federal Reserve Bank
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9th - 12th
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Social Studies & History
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Dealing with the Great Depression

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As part of their study of the Great Depression, young economists examine statistical data to determine the effectiveness of FDR's New Deal recovery programs.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

the new deal, the great depression

Additional Tags

social studies

Instructional Ideas

  • Replace the lecture format with investigative reports by groups

Classroom Considerations

  • The fourth in a series of six lessons dealing with the Great Depression

Pros

  • The 28-page packet includes data charts, activity cards, and a detailed plan

Cons

  • None

Common Core

SL.9-10.1.a SL.11-12.1.a

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